David Sterling, Founder & Content Lead
David Sterling founded houseclearance.co and has written about house clearance and property services for 13 years. He writes about planning house clearances, helping readers understand the decisions involved before requesting a quotation. His topics include preparing a property, identifying items for removal, comparing the scope of different services and explaining access requirements to a clearance provider.
His content focuses on practical questions: What should you include in an enquiry? Which belongings should be separated beforehand? How can photographs and a clear inventory help a provider understand the job? He also covers the differences between full property clearances, partial clearances and individual furniture collections.
At Houseclearance.co, David's editorial focus is making the clearance process easier to understand. His guides encourage readers to describe their requirements clearly, check what a quotation includes and discuss any additional work before agreeing to a booking.
Articles by David Sterling
Guides and articles published under this byline on houseclearance.co.
- 10 Tips for Moving House in West London
- Amersham Recycling Centre: Opening Times, Van Permits & What It Takes
- Best Time to Move House UK: Month, Day & Season Guide
- Buckinghamshire Council Bulky Waste Collection: Costs and Accepted Items
- Commercial and Retail Clearance Cost in London: What Actually Drives the Price
- Downsizing in London: How to Plan a House Clearance Around Your Move
- Flat Clearance in London: Lift Bookings, Access Restrictions and Service Charges Explained
- Flat Clearance in Walham Green, SW6
- Fly-Tipping in Hillingdon: How to Report It, the Fines, and Who's Liable
- Fly-Tipping Waste Removal London
- Front Garden Household Clearance in Pinner, HA5
- Furniture and Household Clearance in Twickenham, TW1
- Furniture Donation in London: Condition, Collection and Preparation
- Greenford Recycling Centre: Hours, Booking & Van Rules
- Hidden Fees in Man and Van Services: Complete Guide
- Hillingdon Council Bulky Waste Collection: Costs, Limits and Exclusions
- Home Renovation Waste Clearance in Marylebone, W1
- Home Renovation Waste Clearance in Whitechapel, E1
- House Clearance Cost in London: How to Budget for Your Job
- House Clearance in Bermondsey
- House Clearance in Bromley
- House Clearance in Chiswick
- House Clearance in Clapham
- House Clearance in Colliers Wood
- House Clearance in Croydon
- House Clearance in Ealing
- House Clearance in Enfield Town
- House Clearance in Finchley
- House Clearance in Hampstead
- House Clearance in Haringey
- House Clearance in Islington
- House Clearance in London: The Complete Guide
- House Clearance in New Malden
- House Clearance in Redbridge
- House Clearance in Rotherhithe
- House Clearance in Stratford
- House Clearance in Walthamstow
- House Clearance in Wandsworth
- House Clearance vs Skip Hire: Which One Do You Need?
- Household Furniture Clearance in Dalston, E8
- Household Furniture Clearance in Kensington, W8
- Household Furniture Clearance in Wembley Park, HA9
- How Much Does a Man and Van Cost in London? 2026 Price Guide
- How to Dispose of a Fridge Freezer for Free: Options and Conditions
- IKEA Delivery Alternatives in London: Collection, Access and Costs
- Langley Recycling Centre: Current Access and Alternative Sites
- Patio and Household Waste Clearance in Romford, RM10
- Probate House Clearance in Gerrards Cross & South Bucks (SL9)
- Real House Clearance Case Studies
- Shed Clearance Preparation: Contents, Dismantling and Safety Checks
- Skip Hire London: What Drives the Price
- Three Rivers Bulky Waste Collection: Costs, Booking and Recycling Options
- Waste Collection in Maidenhead: Bin Days, Recycling and Garden Waste
- What Size Van Do I Need? SWB vs LWB vs Luton (Load Sizes 2026)
- Working with Solicitors and Estate Agents During a Probate House Clearance
Read more about the team on the about us page, or see how houseclearance.co works on the how it works page.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about David Sterling's house clearance planning guides.
What does David Sterling write about on houseclearance.co?
David writes about planning house clearances, helping readers understand the decisions involved before requesting a quotation. His topics include preparing a property, identifying items for removal, comparing the scope of different services and explaining access requirements to a clearance provider.
What should I include when describing my clearance job?
David's guides cover practical questions such as what to include in an enquiry, which belongings should be separated beforehand, and how photographs and a clear inventory can help a provider understand the job before giving a quotation.
Does David cover different types of clearance, not just full house clearances?
Yes. His articles explain the differences between full property clearances, partial clearances and individual furniture collections, so readers can describe the right scope when requesting quotes.
How many articles has David Sterling written for houseclearance.co?
The "Articles by David Sterling" list on this page currently includes more than 50 guides and location pages, covering topics from borough-level house clearance guides to recycling centre information and probate clearance.
What is David's editorial focus as Founder & Content Lead?
David's editorial focus is making the clearance process easier to understand. His guides encourage readers to describe their requirements clearly, check what a quotation includes and discuss any additional work before agreeing to a booking.